SINCE 1828
high-toned
adjective
\ ˈhī-ˈtōnd
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Definition of high-toned
1
: high in social, moral, or intellectual quality
2
: pretentious, pompous
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high-toned
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of high-toned
chiefly US
: having a high moral or intellectual tone or quality
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